Gajapur
Gajapur is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Gajapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gajapur unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Gajapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gajapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajapur is 567041. The village spans a total geographical area of 2892.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415101. Malkapur is nearest town to Gajapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Gajapur
Population of Gajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gajapur has a total population of about 1,950, with approximately 881 males and 1,069 females. The sex ratio is around 1213 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 516 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.15%, with male literacy at about 68.33% and female literacy near 57.06%. There are around 447 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,950 | 881 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 106 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 255 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,212 | 602 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 279 | 459 |
Connectivity of Gajapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gajapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajapur
- Where is Gajapur located?
- Gajapur village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajapur?
- Gajapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gajapur?
- The pincode of Gajapur is 415101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajapur is 1,950, with 881 males and 1,069 females.
- How many households are there in Gajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajapur village has a total of 447 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajapur is 62.15%. The male literacy rate is 68.33%, while the female literacy rate is 57.06%.